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Source: Twitter/Ministry of Railways
Attention Railway lovers! The Indian Railways has uncovered the first look of Rajdhani’s much-awaited newly refurbished 'Swarna' coaches today. And it is your idea of a leisure train journey come true!
From an 'auto janitor' system in toilets to LED lighting to guide you, the Railways has successfully embarked on its journey to revamp the age-old cranky and damaged coaches of all trains, beginning with premium trains.
These all-new Swarna coaches which were launched first as part of the Sealdah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express, have been upgraded at the cost of ₹ 35 lakh.
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Here’s a look at the distinct and eye-catching features:
1) The interiors have been entirely painted with a new scheme, which is aesthetic and soothing to the eye.
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2) LED lighting has been installed to improve illumination.
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3) An all-new 'auto janitor' system has been installed in toilets.
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4) Shiny faucets grace stainless steel washbasins which now also include improved soap dispensers.
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5) Better quality dustbins have been placed beneath the washbasins for easy access.
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6) The Railways has also installed night signage to facilitate easy identification of berths during odd hours.
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7) Passengers travelling in First AC compartments will get to use ergonomically designed built-in ladders to climb upper berths. For additional security purposes and to tackle suspicious activity in the coaches, CCTV cameras have been installed in doorway areas and aisles.
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In addition to all the above facilities, the refurbished trains also come with newly-designed bags with extra pockets for holding mobiles, mirrors with LED lighting, vinyl-wrapped toilet doors, epoxy-coated toilets, and polished commodes and basins to tackle odour.
Operation 'Swarna' will soon be extended to three other trains of Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express, and two trains of Sealdah-New Delhi Rajdhani and the Howrah-Ranchi Shatabdi Express, reported the Economic Times.